The Taftan volcano in Iran has become more active after 710 thousand years of dormancy

Scientists have discovered signs of activity at the Taftan volcano in southeastern Iran, which was considered extinct for 710,000 years. This was reported on October 17 by the Daily Mail newspaper.

"Given its recent activity, senior author of the study and volcanologist Pablo Gonzalez told Live Science that Taftan is better described as dormant rather than extinct," the publication says.

According to the publication, the top of the volcano rose by 3.5 inches in just 10 months — from 2023 to 2024. Scientists believe that this may be due to the accumulation of hot liquids and gases under the peak or the penetration of magma to a depth below the surface.

In addition, in 2024, local residents also observed smoke and ash emissions, indicating a resumption of volcanic activity, the Daily Mail said.

On September 3, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the Kilauea volcano in the US state of Hawaii had become active again, with a powerful eruption. It is specified that the height of the lava fountains reached 150 m.

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